If you’re in NYC during Labor Day Weekend, join thousands of Brazilians as they celebrate Brazilian independence and culture on Sunday, September 1. Brazilian Day NYC is the largest Brazilian celebration in the United States. The festivities begin at 10am and will take place in Little Brazil, Sixth Ave between 42nd and 56th Streets, and 46th Street between Madison and Seventh Avenues.

This weekend, August 17 and 18, Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra invite you to the beloved Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island. Now in its eighth year, the event has become the quintessential outdoor celebration of the Jazz Age and its living legacy. The event is said to be a dream of the 1920s nestled right in the heart of New York Harbor. Authentic 20’s outfits recommended – think Boardwalk Empire and the Great Gatsby.

Sneaker Con NYC will be exhibiting 100 – 150 sneaker vendors on Saturday, July 13, at the newly renovated Basketball City space, located at Pier 36, 299 South Street. Tickets are $15 and the event will take place from 12pm – 7pm.

This July 4th, explore African dance, art and culture at the 42nd Annual International African Arts Festival in Brooklyn. This year’s theme is NDUNGA (Justice from the Congo). The festival takes place at Commodore Barry Park, Navy Street (Park and Flushing Aves) from 9am – 10pm. Free.